Van Winkle, a resident for more than a decade, has contributed to several local charities and films his DIY Network reality show “The Vanilla Ice Project” in Wellington. He’s also been a dominant force behind the annual WinterFest, which has drawn crowds of thousands each year since 2010.

The chamber will present the award to the rapper of “Ice Ice Baby” fame at noon Feb. 26 at the Wanderers Club.

Want to attend? You’ll need to get your tickets ahead of time. Tickets are $25 for chamber members and $35 for guests and non-members.